Major Flood
9 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
6 ft
Very low roadways may be impacted from Richmond to St. Cloud; water reaching foundations of a few homes.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 1965 | 10.68 ft | 9,100 cfs |
| Apr 5, 1997 | 8.72 ft | 5,150 cfs |
| Mar 26, 2009 | 8.19 ft | 4,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sauk River at St. Cloud?
The Sauk River at St. Cloud gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05270500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Sauk River at St. Cloud?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sauk River at St. Cloud is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sauk River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sauk River at St. Cloud to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Sauk River at St. Cloud gauge located?
The gauge is located in Stearns County, Minnesota at coordinates 45.5627°N, 94.2360°W. USGS site number: 05270500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Mississippi River at St. Cloud
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Obs courtesy of USGS (05270500)
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.